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Electrical Training With Apprenticeships
By James Copper
Electrical training is generally a combination of classroom and hands-on training, often under the
auspices of labour union apprenticeship programs that last for several years. While there are some
basic classes for do-it-yourselfers that are short and sweet, most electrical training does not happen
overnight. It's one of the most responsible trades, and can be fraught with safety problems if you don't
have the right training. In order to undertake the schooling you must be committed to the program and
to pursuing the career of electrician.
Electrical apprenticeship training is physically tough as well as mentally rigorous. You must be able to
do extensive climbing on scaffolding and ladders, pulling of wiring and ropes, crawling around floors
and rafters and under crawlspaces, crouching, and working in quarters that are confined and cramped.
To complete electrical training satisfactorily you'll need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Your ability to follow very detailed instructions must be top notch. You cannot be colour blind, as wiring
is generally keyed by colour. You may be working outdoors extensively so the ability to withstand the
elements for long periods is a requirement as well.
Satisfactory completion of apprentice electrical training is no dead end. In fact, the only limitations on
your electrical career are your ambition and your imagination. Of course, your ability is a factor as well,
but completion of a satisfactory five year apprenticeship speaks well to that.
Apprentices can continue their work as journey level electricians. They can continue th